On Monday, January 21 I went to Project NYC a menswear wholesale tradeshow to take a look at all thats new in men’s fashion. You see, I’d really to like to open a men’s online store sometime in the future. I want to get a handle on what is out there, designers, lines, price points, etc. Menswear is a whole new world to me. It is going to be a challenge trying to sort out what men want to wear. Frankly, I feel men are more picky than women when it comes to their clothing. Men are super loyal to their brands. I just have to figure out which direction I want to go with the store. Its a long term goal but I’m brain storming early. Gentlemen any helpful suggestions?
I’ve been to a ton of women’s tradeshows and the men really know how to put on a good show! The displays were amazing! Made me want to buy everything. Seriously the dames really need to take notes because Project and their vendors did an incredible job.
A few pictures from the show. Sorry for the lousy camera phone pics, I dropped and broke my camera last week and it is now in the shop. My quick trend report for menswear at the bottom of the post.
Big trends coming in menswear and I’ll be really brief:
Prints are King!
European (slim and fitted) style for everything.
Fun accents.
Ironic T-shirts.
Interesting accents and buttons.
Unique use of studs and grommets.
Light-up hi-top sneakers!
Dress like a gentlemen.
Superior quality fabrics.
Rustic charm.
Color.
“Brave” looks.
